Another Day, Another Summer Bonus: In a wave of generosity sweeping across the legal industry, yet another prestigious law firm has announced hefty summer bonuses for its associates. With the competition fierce among top law firms to attract and retain the best talent, this move could signal a new norm in associate compensation. Read the full story on how firms are upping the ante in the bonus game [here](https://abovethelaw.com/2026/07/cha-ching-another-firm-joins-the-bonus-party/).

The Biggest Sharks In Biglaw: Ever wonder where the most formidable lawyers in Biglaw sharpened their legal teeth? A new infographic reveals which law schools are churning out the highest number of Biglaw sharks. The results might surprise you. Discover more about the elite breeding grounds of legal prowess [here](https://abovethelaw.com/2026/07/where-biglaw-gets-its-lawyers-an-atl-infographic/).

Tell Us Your Bar Exam Horror Story: From unexpected disasters to technological meltdowns, the bar exam has been the stage for some truly nightmarish scenarios. As another round of exams approaches, share your most harrowing tales and read about others' unforgettable experiences [here](https://abovethelaw.com/2026/07/the-bar-exam-is-here-which-means-something-is-about-to-go-horribly-wrong/).

Questioning Todd Blanche's Credibility: With a crucial vote pending, two GOP senators are scrutinizing Todd Blanche’s reluctance to stand by his own sworn testimony. This development raises significant questions about his suitability for a pivotal legal position. The full controversy and what’s at stake in the forthcoming vote can be found [here](https://abovethelaw.com/2026/07/todd-blanches-confirmation-is-being-held-up-by-todd-blanche/).

A Controversial Comparison by DHS: In an alarming statement, the DHS general counsel labeled four federal judges as "the worst of the worst," a term usually reserved for the most dangerous criminals. This unprecedented move has escalated tensions and raised concerns about the safety and respect accorded to the judiciary. Learn more about this shocking development [here](https://abovethelaw.com/2026/07/dhs-general-counsel-names-four-federal-judges-worst-of-the-worst-as-threats-against-judiciary-hit-564/).

Trump's Unfulfilled Promise on Birthright Citizenship: Despite his vigorous vows to continue fighting against birthright citizenship, Donald Trump has missed a crucial deadline to refile for a rehearing, effectively abandoning the cause. This about-face has left supporters and critics alike questioning his commitment to one of his long-standing pledges. Details of this latest turn in Trump's policy pursuits are available [here](https://abovethelaw.com/2026/07/trump-fails-to-file-promised-birthright-citizenship-rehearing-before-deadline/).

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